More Backlash: David Letterman Considers Banning Trump For His ‘Racist’ Comments

 

David Letterman and his guest Dr. Phil discussed Donald Trump‘s recent allegations that Barack Obama was admitted into Ivy League schools despite being a very poor student. Letterman joined many other media personalities who have criticized Trump’s suggestion as being racist, though Dr. Phil defended Trump, saying that he’s “not a racist.” Letterman made then, perhaps the deepest cut, when he openly considered not inviting Trump back on his show until he apologizes.

(H/T The Wire)

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